Antibiotic Teaching 2426
Cefdinir is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. Side Effects Diarrhea, headache, or nausea may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. This medication may cause your stools to turn a reddish color, especially if you also take iron products, this is harmless side effect.
Reviewed May 2019
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
Related teachings
Antibiotic Teaching 2272Instructed patient/CG the importance of increasing consumption of foods high in Probiotics while on antibotic therapy.Antibiotic Teaching 2273SN instructed patient/CG about proper nutrition while taking antibiotics. Taking probiotics during antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of diarrhea, although the two should be taken a few hours apart. Probiotics can ...Antibiotic Teaching 2277SN instructed patient/CG to seek medical attention if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Augmentin such as: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if y...Antibiotic Teaching 2212SN instructed patient and care giver that Silvadene is used with other treatments to help prevent and treat wound and skin infections. Silver sulfadiazine (silvadene) works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Silver sulf...